Has Fluffy put on a couple extra pounds over the holidays? Well she's not alone- the rate of obese pets in on the rise. Apparently, about 40% of US dogs and 25% of US cats are overweight these days. Here's a great article about why being overweight is so dangerous for our furry friends and a few tips on how to shed those excess pounds:Losing weight and getting back into shape may be your New Year's resolution. [Carol] Helfer says it should also be your dog's -- and even your cat's. Here's her advice on getting your pet healthy and fit in the new year... Make no mistake -- this excess weight is dangerous. A study by Purina showed that dogs that were kept slim lived an average of two years longer than dogs that ate whatever they wanted... read more
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